Classification Number: 1461

SALARY RANGE

*Control Point is set at 52.0% above the low rate of the competency zone.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

Position in the classification of EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
are primarily responsible at varying levels for technical system support and capabilities, including the installation,
maintenance, modification, and repair of equipment, products, and/or systems. Technical systems may be electromechanical
or computerized (e.g., computer and peripheral equipment, audio and video equipment, and related transmission equipment
and systems) and typically are integrated with or interconnected to larger systems. Positions in this classification
may also have a role as a technical/hardware user support representative.

Responsible for the installation, modification, and maintenance
of equipment and systems with a hardware and systems configuration focus.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The core functions of the Equipment/Systems Specialist are:

Equipment services

Systems integration

These core functions represent major categories of work within
the Equipment/Systems Specialist classification. Typical activities for each core function cited below are illustrative;
campus assignments may vary.

Equipment Services

HardwareOperation and Maintenance: Ensure
that equipment and systems in assigned areas are in good condition and are properly maintained. Examples of typical
work activities include:

Employees in this class have regular contact in person, or by
telephone, with university staff and colleagues in the Information Systems Department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The level of supervision will vary depending upon the individual's
skill level. Inexperienced employees, or those with limited technical skills, will receive close supervision. Whereas,
employees with advanced technical skills may work with a high degree of independence.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Positions are found on campuses throughout the Oregon University
System and in the Corvallis Chancellor's office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This classification requires a basic foundation of knowledge
and skills of equipment and systems that would normally be obtained through an associate of arts degree in electronics
or industrial technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or directly related experience.

Typical skills for each core function are cited below.

Equipment Services

Ability to differentiate between hardware and software problems;

Ability to manual dexterity to assemble components and parts
and/or cable or wiring, by reading and interpreting reference manuals and schematics;

Familiarity with materials, methods, and techniques used in
the completion of equipment service assignments;

Adept at using required tools, including computer systems, to
accomplish tasks;

Knowledge of applicable industry and safety codes and/or standards
that apply to work environment and equipment;

May possess specialist vendor training or licenses as required;

General knowledge of digital and analog theories (or related
technical areas) and ability to apply these in resolving equipment repair and system performance problems;

Ability to use a variety of test equipment and diagnostic software
to ensure system operation;

Machine tooling capability and/or ability to work at the component
level.

Systems Integration

Ability to physically install and configure equipment, connections,
wiring and cable as required working from layout or plans;

Ability to read and understand technical manuals and related
documentation for equipment/systems that interconnect with or interface to installed equipment base;

Basic knowledge and ability to use operating system features
and network protocols as applicable to equipment area. Able to use common package application programs;

Basic knowledge of programming concepts; has the technical understanding
to work with vendors and/or subject experts in systems programming to isolate and solve equipment related problems;

Ability to track system performance and ensure system/equipment
reliability using knowledge of system/equipment operation thresholds and optimal performance levels;

Ability to utilize specialized software utilities and features
in assigned equipment, and install and configure standard software;

Ability to create system layout and develop operating procedures;

Familiarity with cable and wiring standards as defined by the
institution and industry standards and configure systems to meet requirements;

Ability to prepare network diagrams or system schematics with
an understanding of component functionality.